Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8

This SUV packs a hefty powerplant — a muscular 6.1-liter HEMI V8 rated at 420 horsepower. The same engine powered the legendary Dodge Challenger and Charger, giving the Grand Cherokee an extra dose of sports-car character.

Pontiac GTO

On the surface, a straightforward slice of American classic, the Pontiac GTO hid a surprise: the same brawny LS1/LS2 V8 used in the iconic Chevrolet Corvette. Depending on version, output ranged from 350 to 400 hp.

Dodge Durango SRT

A family SUV that doesn’t shout about it, yet under the hood sits a 6.4-liter HEMI V8 delivering 475 horsepower. That pairing lets it tackle hurdles with confidence and gather speed quicker than many sports cars.

Chevrolet SS

At first glance the Chevrolet SS reads like a plain sedan, but its modest suit hid genuine racing grit. It carried the Corvette’s LS3 V8 with 415 hp, turning it into an unlikely rival for bona fide performance machines.

BMW M5 (E60)

It looked every bit the fifth-generation BMW business sedan, yet beneath the bonnet lived a 5.0-liter V10 pushing 500 horsepower — the kind of heart that defines a car’s character.

Honda Ridgeline

Honda’s understated pickup quietly arrived with a reworked 3.5-liter V6 rated at 280 hp. Less noise, more substance — and enough grunt to make daily duty feel effortless.

Dodge Magnum SRT8

A simple wagon? Not this one. Inside lurked a 6.1-liter HEMI V8 with 425 horsepower, enough for it to trade blows with plenty of contemporary sports cars.

Volvo V70 R

This Volvo looked like a regular family car, but owners knew the truth: a turbocharged inline engine with nearly 300 horsepower lived under the hood. That mix of comfort and punch made it a revelation for fans of brisk driving.

Pontiac G8 GXP

Another American sedan with an unassuming face yet standout hardware. Under the hood sat the time-tested LS3, known for 415 hp, putting it in contention with true sports cars.

Genesis GV70 3.5T

Even Genesis springs a surprise: the premium crossover houses a twin-turbo 3.5-liter V6 with 375 horsepower. Luxury meets genuinely strong performance here.

Chrysler 300 C SRT8

For all its stately presence, the Chrysler 300 C was anything but restrained. A 6.1-liter HEMI V8 with 425 horsepower let drivers savor speed along with confident handling.